Pediatric Nursing | Neurologic & Cognitive Disorders NCLEX Quiz 10

10 Questions | By Santepro | Updated: Oct 18, 2022 | Attempts: 4351

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Pediatric Nursing | Neurologic & Cognitive Disorders NCLEX Quiz 10 - Quiz

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1.

A child diagnosed with intellectual disability (ID) is under the supervision of Nurse Tasha. The nurse is aware that the signs and symptoms of mild ID include which of the following?
- A.
  
  Few communication skills
- B.
  
  Lateness in walking
- C.
  
  Mental age of a toddler
- D.
  
  Noticeable developmental delays
2.

Nurse Gloria is teaching the Mr. and Mrs. Diaz about the early signs and symptoms of lead poisoning; which of the following if stated by the couple would indicate the need for further understanding of the case?
- A.
  
  Anemia
- B.
  
  Seizures
- C.
  
  Irritability
- D.
  
  Anorexia
3.

Daya’s child is scheduled for surgery due to myelomeningocele; the primary reason for surgical repair is which of the following?
- A.
  
  To prevent hydrocephalus
- B.
  
  To reduce the risk of infection
- C.
  
  To correct the neurologic defect
- D.
  
  To prevent seizure disorders
4.

Nurse Lorna is assessing infantile reflexes in a 9-month-old baby; which of the following would she identify as normal?
- A.
  
  Persistent rooting
- B.
  
  Bilateral parachute
- C.
  
  Absent moro reflex
- D.
  
  Unilateral grasp
5.

Reye’s syndrome is a rare and severe illness affecting children and teenagers. Its development has been linked with the use of aspirin and which of the following?
- A.
  
  Meningitis
- B.
  
  Encephalitis
- C.
  
  Strep throat
- D.
  
  Varicella
6.

Tiffany is diagnosed with increased intracranial pressure (ICP); which of the following if stated by her parents would indicate a need for Nurse Charlie to reexplain the purpose for elevating the head of the bed at a 10 to 20-degree angle?
- A.
  
  Help alleviate headache
- B.
  
  Increase intrathoracic pressure
- C.
  
  Maintain neutral position
- D.
  
  Reduce intra-abdominal pressure.
7.

The American Association on Mental Deficiency (AAMD). now American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) definition of mental retardation emphasizes which of the following?
- A.
  
  An IQ level that must be below 50
- B.
  
  Cognitive impairment occurring after age 22 years
- C.
  
  Deficits in adaptive behavior with intellectual impairment
- D.
  
  No responsiveness to contact
8.

Nurse Maritza is caring for a child with Category A Near Drowning; she should do which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
- A.
  
  Give furosemide as ordered.
- B.
  
  Check for increased intracranial pressure
- C.
  
  Plan for discharge in 12 to 24 hours.
- D.
  
  Check for electrolyte imbalances.
- E.
  
  Keep mechanical ventilation.
- F.
  
  Provide oxygen as ordered.
9.

In diagnosing seizure disorder. which of the following is the most beneficial?
- A.
  
  Skull radiographs
- B.
  
  EEG
- C.
  
  Brain scan
- D.
  
  Lumbar puncture
10.

After explaining to the parents about their child’s unique psychological needs related to a seizure disorder and possible stressors. which of the following interests uttered by them would indicate further teaching?
- A.
  
  Feeling different from peers
- B.
  
  Poor self-image
- C.
  
  Cognitive delays
- D.
  
  Dependency